Drive Organization Success

Whether your job is to analyze, plan, or execute strategies to optimize the way your organization delivers its products and services, the University of Minnesota has the program to help you excel.

Certificates in this Area of Study

  • AI for Business Operations Certificate - Professional Development tile

    AI for Business Operations Certificate

    Develop frameworks to lead AI adoption. Learn to identify high-impact opportunities, strengthen workflows and apply governance for operational efficiency.

    Upcoming courses:
    • AI for Productivity | Aug. 31-Oct. 11, 2026 | Wed. 6:00-7:30 pm
    • AI for Operational Efficiency | Oct. 26-Dec. 13, 2026 | Wed. 6:00-7:30 pm
    • Enterprise AI: Governance, Integration and Scaling | Jan. 11-Feb. 21, 2027 | Wed. 6:00-7:30 pm
    $3,735 | 9 CEUs | 90 Contact Hours
  • Applied Data Analysis Certificate - Professional Development tile

    Applied Data Analysis Certificate

    This program equips nonspecialists to analyze, interpret, and communicate data for impactful decisions. Perfect for business, admin, and sales professionals.

    Upcoming courses:
    • Data Storytelling | July 6-Aug. 16, 2026 | Tues. 6:00-7:30 pm
    • Data Analysis Foundations | July 13-Aug. 23, 2026 | Tues. 6:00-7:30 pm
    • Data Interpretation and Application | Sept. 7-Oct. 18, 2026 | Tues. 6:00-7:30 pm
    $3,735 | 9.0 CEUS | 90 Contact Hours
  • Budget and Financial Management Certificate - Professional Development tile

    Budget and Financial Management Certificate

    Enhance your budgeting and financial planning skills with a program designed for managers, business professionals, and entrepreneurs looking to drive success.

    Upcoming courses:
    • Budget Management | July 20-Aug. 16, 2026 | Mon. 6:00-7:30 pm
    • Finance Fundamentals | Sept. 14-Oct. 11, 2026 | Tues. 12:00-1:30 pm
    • Financial Forecasting and Modeling | Sept. 14-Oct. 11, 2026 | Mon. 6:00-7:30 pm
    $2,580 | 6.0 CEUs | 60 Contact Hours
  • Business Analysis Certificate - Professional Development tile

    Business Analysis Certificate

    Hone your skills to document business requirements and translate them into functional design as the main liaison between business and IT departments.

    Upcoming courses:
    • Technical Writing | Aug. 13-14, 2026
    • Strategic and Mindful Communications | Aug. 26-27, 2026
    • Introduction to Business Analysis | Sept. 2-3, 2026
    $4,730–$4,780 | 6.0 CEUs | 60 contact hours
  • Business Process Improvement Certificate - Professional Development tile

    Business Process Improvement Certificate

    Reduce costs, shorten service/cycle time, enhance customer value, and maintain high quality with this BPI skill set.

    Upcoming courses:
    • Process Mapping and Analysis | Sept.16-18, 2026
    • Measuring and Improving Work Processes | Oct. 28-30, 2026
    • Process Innovation | Nov. 17-19, 2026
    $4,140 | 4.8 CEUs | 48 contact hours
  • Marketing Management Certificate - Professional Development tile

    Marketing Management Certificate

    Develop marketing strategy, optimize digital campaigns, and use analytics to drive results. Online courses focused on real-world skills and career growth.

    Upcoming courses:
    • Brand Management and Content Strategy | July 13-Aug. 23, 2026 | Wed. 6:00–7:00 pm
    • Marketing Strategy Management and Execution | Sept. 7-Oct. 18, 2026 | Tues. 6:00–7:00 pm
    • Marketing Operations Management | Nov. 2-Dec. 20, 2026 | Tues. 6:00-7:00 pm
    $4,500 | 12 CEUs | 120 Contact Hours
  • Organization Development Certificate - Professional Development tile

    Organization Development Certificate

    Reach organizational goals while improving both performance and people as a leader and change agent.

    Upcoming courses:
    • Fundamentals of Organization Development | June 23-25, 2026
    • ExperienceChange™ Simulation | Aug. 11-12, 2026
    • Fundamentals of Organization Development | Sept. 2-4, 2026
    $4,180 | 5.4 CEUs | 54 contact hours
  • Program Management Certificate - Professional Development tile

    Program Management Certificate

    Build program leadership skills, strengthen change management, and learn strategies to plan, align and deliver organizational impact.

    Upcoming courses:
    • Data and Evaluation for Program Management | Aug. 10-Sept. 20, 2026 | Thur. 6:00-7:30 pm
    • Program Leadership | Oct. 5-Nov. 15, 2026 | Thur. 6:00-7:30 pm
    • Financial Stewardship and Resource Management | Jan. 11-Feb. 21, 2027 | Thur. 6:00-7:30 pm
    $4,500 | 12 CEUs | 120 Contact Hours
  • Project Management Certificate - Professional Development tile

    Project Management Certificate

    Lay a solid foundation of knowledge and interpersonal skills needed to be an effective project manager.

    Upcoming courses:
    • Negotiate for Agreement | June 23-24, 2026
    • Project Initiation | June 25-26, 2026
    • Project Planning | July 14-16, 2026
    $4,750–$4,860 | 6.0 CEUS | 60 Contact Hours

Courses in this Area of Study

  • AI for Operational Efficiency - Professional Development course tile
    Multiweek Course

    AI for Operational Efficiency

    Build skills to map workflows, identify inefficiencies and evaluate where AI can improve business operations while supporting implementation and measuring impact.
    Next start date:
    • Oct. 26-Dec. 13, 2026 | Wed. 6:00-7:30 pm | Instructor Led Online
    $1245.00 | 30.0 hours
  • AI for Productivity - Professional Development course tile
    Multiweek Course

    AI for Productivity

    Build your own AI-enhanced productivity system tailored to your professional goals.
    Next start dates:
    • Aug. 31-Oct. 11, 2026 | Wed. 6:00-7:30 pm | Instructor Led Online
    • Jan. 25-Mar. 7, 2027 | Wed. 12:00-1:30 pm | Instructor Led Online
    • April 12-May 23, 2027 | Wed. 12:00-1:30 pm | Instructor Led Online
    $1245.00 | 30.0 hours
  • Analyzing and Modeling Requirements - Professional Development course tile
    Short Course

    Analyzing and Modeling Requirements

    Gain techniques for modeling and analyzing requirements.
    Next start dates:
    • Oct. 14-16, 2026 | Online
    • April 6-8, 2027 | Online
    $940.00 | 12.0 hours
  • Brand Management and Content Strategy - Professional Development course tile
    Multiweek Course

    Brand Management and Content Strategy

    Craft content and presentations that clearly communicate brand value and influence key decision-makers.
    Next start date:
    • July 13-Aug. 23, 2026 | Wed. 6:00–7:00 pm | Instructor Led Online
    $1125.00 | 30.0 hours
  • Budget Management - Professional Development course tile
    Multiweek Course

    Budget Management

    Learn how to build, manage, and adjust budgets that keep financial goals on track
    Next start dates:
    • July 20-Aug. 16, 2026 | Mon. 6:00-7:30 pm | Instructor Led Online
    • Oct. 26-Nov. 22, 2026 | Fri. 6:00-7:30 pm | Instructor Led Online
    • March 15-April 11, 2027 | Mon. 6:00-7:30 pm | Instructor Led Online
    $860.00 | 20.0 hours
  • Business Analysis Planning and Estimating - Professional Development course tile
    Short Course

    Business Analysis Planning and Estimating

    Put it all together.
    Next start dates:
    • Nov. 18-19, 2026 | Online
    • May 11-12, 2027 | Online
    $490.00 | 6.0 hours
  • Collaborating for Success: Stakeholder Analysis and Eliciting Requirements - Professional Development course tile
    Short Course

    Collaborating for Success: Stakeholder Analysis and Eliciting Requirements

    Identify, analyze, and manage stakeholders’ expertise early within a project initiative.
    Next start dates:
    • Sept. 29-Oct. 1, 2026 | Online
    • Mar. 16-18, 2027 | Online
    $940.00 | 12.0 hours
  • Communicating Across Cultures - Professional Development course tile
    Short Course

    Communicating Across Cultures

    Communicate effectively on cross-cultural teams.
    Next start dates:
    • Sept. 10-11, 2026 | Online
    • Oct. 13-14, 2026 | Online
    • Dec. 10-11, 2026 | Online
    • Mar. 9-10, 2027 | Online
    • June 8-9, 2027 | Online
    $480.00 | 6.0 hours
  • Data Analysis Foundations - Professional Development course tile
    Multiweek Course

    Data Analysis Foundations

    This course provides a comprehensive foundation in data analysis, equipping you with the essential skills to unlock the power of your data.
    Next start dates:
    • July 13-Aug. 23, 2026 | Tues. 6:00-7:30 pm | Instructor Led Online
    • Oct. 26-Dec. 13, 2026 | Tues. 6:00-7:30 pm | Instructor Led Online
    • Mar. 8-Apr. 19, 2027 | Tues. 12:00-1:30 pm | Instructor Led Online
    $1245.00 | 30.0 hours
  • Data and Evaluation for Program Management - Professional Development course tile
    Multiweek Course

    Data and Evaluation for Program Management

    Strengthen data literacy and apply program evaluation findings to improve program management and performance.
    Next start dates:
    • Aug. 10-Sept. 20, 2026 | Thur. 6:00-7:30 pm | Instructor Led Online
    • March 8-April 18, 2027 | Thur. 6:00-7:30 pm | Instructor Led Online
    • June 14-July 25, 2027 | Thur. 6:00-7:30 pm | Instructor Led Online
    $1125.00 | 30.0 hours
  • Data Interpretation and Application - Professional Development course tile
    Multiweek Course

    Data Interpretation and Application

    Translate data analysis into actionable insights that drive decision-making.
    Next start dates:
    • Sept. 7-Oct. 18, 2026 | Tues. 6:00-7:30 pm | Instructor Led Online
    • Jan. 11-Feb. 21, 2027 | Tues. 6:00-7:30 pm | Instructor Led Online
    • May 10-June 20, 2027 | Tues. 6:00-7:30 pm | Instructor Led Online
    $1245.00 | 30.0 hours
  • Data Storytelling - Professional Development course tile
    Multiweek Course

    Data Storytelling

    Craft compelling data stories that resonate with your audience and drive meaningful action.
    Next start dates:
    • July 6-Aug. 16, 2026 | Tues. 6:00-7:30 pm | Instructor Led Online
    • Oct. 26-Dec. 13, 2026 | Mon. 12:00-1:30 pm | Instructor Led Online
    • Mar. 8-Apr. 18, 2027 | Tues. 6:00-7:30 pm | Instructor Led Online
    $1245.00 | 30.0 hours
  • Enterprise AI: Governance, Integration and Scaling - Professional Development course tile
    Multiweek Course

    Enterprise AI: Governance, Integration and Scaling

    Develop strategies for governing, piloting and scaling AI across teams. Learn risk management, guardrails and change leadership for responsible organizational adoption.
    Next start date:
    • Jan. 11-Feb. 21, 2027 | Wed. 6:00-7:30 pm | Instructor Led Online
    $1245.00 | 30.0 hours
  • ExperienceChange™ Simulation - Professional Development course tile
    Short Course

    ExperienceChange™ Simulation

    Participate in the challenge of real-world change in an organization in this dynamic team driven simulation.

    Next start dates:
    • Aug. 11-12, 2026 | Online
    • Nov. 12-13, 2026 | Online
    • Mar. 25-26, 2027 | Online
    $800.00 | 6.0 hours
  • Finance Fundamentals - Professional Development course tile
    Multiweek Course

    Finance Fundamentals

    Build the financial fluency needed to contribute confidently to strategy, budgeting, and business planning.
    Next start dates:
    • Sept. 14-Oct. 11, 2026 | Tues. 12:00-1:30 pm | Instructor Led Online
    • Jan. 11-Feb. 7, 2027 | Tues. 12:00-1:30 pm | Instructor Led Online
    • May 3-30, 2027 | Tues. 6:00-7:30 pm | Instructor Led Online
    $860.00 | 20.0 hours
  • Financial Forecasting and Modeling - Professional Development course tile
    Multiweek Course

    Financial Forecasting and Modeling

    Build the practical skills and tools needed to confidently forecast financial performance and support smart, strategic planning.
    Next start dates:
    • Sept. 14-Oct. 11, 2026 | Mon. 6:00-7:30 pm | Instructor Led Online
    • Jan. 11-Feb. 7, 2027 | Mon. 12:00-1:30 pm | Instructor Led Online
    • May 3-30, 2027 | Mon. 6:00-7:30 pm | Instructor Led Online
    $860.00 | 20.0 hours
  • Financial Stewardship and Resource Management - Professional Development course tile
    Multiweek Course

    Financial Stewardship and Resource Management

    Learn budgeting, forecasting, and resource-allocation skills to enhance program management and support long-term sustainability.
    Next start dates:
    • Jan. 11-Feb. 21, 2027 | Thur. 6:00-7:30 pm | Instructor Led Online
    • June 28-August 8, 2027 | Thur. 6:00-7:30 pm | Instructor Led Online
    $1125.00 | 30.0 hours
  • Fundamentals of Organization Development - Professional Development course tile
    Short Course

    Fundamentals of Organization Development

    Adapt your organization’s changing technologies, markets, and challenges.
    Next start dates:
    • June 23-25, 2026 | Online
    • Sept. 2-4, 2026 | Online
    • Nov. 18-20, 2026 | Online
    • Mar. 2-4, 2027 | Online
    $880.00 | 12.0 hours
  • Identifying Opportunities: Strategic Analysis, Building Business Case and Solution Scoping - Professional Development course tile
    Short Course

    Identifying Opportunities: Strategic Analysis, Building Business Case and Solution Scoping

    Bring strategy and scope into business analysis.
    Next start dates:
    • Sept. 10-11, 2026 | Online
    • Feb. 23-24, 2027 | Online
    $490.00 | 6.0 hours
  • Implementing Process Change - Professional Development course tile
    Short Course

    Implementing Process Change

    Guide the adoption of a process change.
    Next start date:
    • Dec. 15-17, 2026 | Online
    $1035.00 | 12.0 hours
  • In-Depth Coaching: Lead Individual Change Interventions - Professional Development course tile
    Short Course

    In-Depth Coaching: Lead Individual Change Interventions

    Coach individuals to peak performance.
    Next start dates:
    • Sept. 22-24, 2026 | Online
    • Dec. 2-4, 2026 | Online
    • April 21-23, 2027 | Online
    $880.00 | 12.0 hours
  • Introduction to Agile - Professional Development course tile
    Short Course

    Introduction to Agile

    Learn the Agile values, principles, and practices in an interactive setting.
    Next start dates:
    • Sept. 29-30, 2026 | Online
    • Dec. 2-3, 2026 | Online
    • Mar. 4-5, 2027 | Online
    • June 3-4, 2027 | Online
    $490.00 | 6.0 hours
  • Introduction to Business Analysis - Professional Development course tile
    Short Course

    Introduction to Business Analysis

    Learn the groundwork of business analysis.
    Next start dates:
    • Sept. 2-3, 2026 | Online
    • Feb. 9-10, 2027 | Online
    $490.00 | 6.0 hours
  • Lead Successful Team Intervention Strategies - Professional Development course tile
    Short Course

    Lead Successful Team Intervention Strategies

    Select, design, and facilitate team interventions.
    Next start dates:
    • Oct. 14-16, 2026 | Online
    • Jan. 13-15, 2027 | Online
    • May 19-21, 2027 | Online
    $920.00 | 12.0 hours
  • Marketing Analytics and Strategic Applications - Professional Development course tile
    Multiweek Course

    Marketing Analytics and Strategic Applications

    Evaluate marketing data and campaign performance to guide decisions and explore techniques to enhance strategy.
    Next start dates:
    • Jan. 11-Feb. 21, 2027 | Wed. 6:00-7:00pm | Instructor Led Online
    • March 8-April 18, 2027 | Tues. 12:00-1:00 pm | Instructor Led Online
    $1125.00 | 30.0 hours
  • Marketing Operations Management - Professional Development course tile
    Multiweek Course

    Marketing Operations Management

    This course covers marketing operations: supply chains, budgeting, and resource management, showing how efficient execution drives customer satisfaction and organizational success.
    Next start dates:
    • Nov. 2-Dec. 20, 2026 | Tues. 6:00-7:00 pm | Instructor Led Online
    • May 3-June 13, 2027 | Wed. 12:00-1:00 pm | Instructor Led Online
    $1125.00 | 30.0 hours
  • Marketing Strategy Management and Execution - Professional Development course tile
    Multiweek Course

    Marketing Strategy Management and Execution

    Use strategic frameworks to plan, execute, and measure effective marketing initiatives.
    Next start dates:
    • Sept. 7-Oct. 18, 2026 | Tues. 6:00–7:00 pm | Instructor Led Online
    • Jan. 11-Feb. 21, 2027 | Tues. 12:00-1:00 pm | Instructor Led Online
    $1125.00 | 30.0 hours
  • Measuring and Improving Work Processes - Professional Development course tile
    Short Course

    Measuring and Improving Work Processes

    Uncover opportunities for improvement in your processes.
    Next start date:
    • Oct. 28-30, 2026 | Online
    $1035.00 | 12.0 hours
  • Modern Requirements Communication, Documentation and Validation - Professional Development course tile
    Short Course

    Modern Requirements Communication, Documentation and Validation

    Become an expert in requirements.
    Next start dates:
    • Oct. 28-30, 2026 | Online
    • April 20-22, 2027 | Online
    $940.00 | 12.0 hours
  • Negotiate for Agreement - Professional Development course tile
    Short Course

    Negotiate for Agreement

    Achieve mutually satisfying agreements.
    Next start dates:
    • June 23-24, 2026 | Online
    • Aug. 18-19, 2026 | Online
    • Oct. 13-14, 2026 | Online
    • Dec. 8-9, 2026 | Online
    • Feb. 9-10, 2027 | Online
    • Mar. 18-19, 2027 | Online
    $440.00 | 6.0 hours
  • Process Innovation - Professional Development course tile
    Short Course

    Process Innovation

    Improve your organization by innovating processes.
    Next start date:
    • Nov. 17-19, 2026 | Online
    $1035.00 | 12.0 hours
  • Process Mapping and Analysis - Professional Development course tile
    Short Course

    Process Mapping and Analysis

    Learn process mapping and how to review processes for improvement.
    Next start date:
    • Sept.16-18, 2026 | Online
    $1035.00 | 12.0 hours
  • Program Leadership - Professional Development course tile
    Multiweek Course

    Program Leadership

    Develop leadership, communication, and influence skills to manage stakeholders, navigate complexity, and move program work forward.
    Next start dates:
    • Oct. 5-Nov. 15, 2026 | Thur. 6:00-7:30 pm | Instructor Led Online
    • May 3-June 13, 2027 | Thur. 12:00-1:30 pm | Instructor Led Online
    $1125.00 | 30.0 hours
  • Program Strategy and Change Management - Professional Development course tile
    Multiweek Course

    Program Strategy and Change Management

    Guide complex initiatives and drive long-term results that advance program and organizational priorities.
    Next start dates:
    • Jan. 11-Feb. 21, 2027 | Thur. 12:00-1:30 pm | Instructor Led Online
    • April 19-May 30, 2027 | Thur. 6:00-7:30 pm | Instructor Led Online
    $1125.00 | 30.0 hours
  • Project Execution, Monitoring, and Control - Professional Development course tile
    Short Course

    Project Execution, Monitoring, and Control

    Run a successful project.
    Next start dates:
    • July 21-22, 2026 | Online
    • Sept. 2-3, 2026 | Online
    • Oct. 15-16, 2026 | Online
    • Dec. 1-2, 2026 | Online
    • Feb. 3-4, 2027 | Online
    • Mar. 16-17, 2027 | Online
    • April 27-28, 2027 | Online
    $490.00 | 6.0 hours
  • Project Initiation - Professional Development course tile
    Short Course

    Project Initiation

    Begin your projects with a focus on success.
    Next start dates:
    • June 25-26, 2026 | Online
    • Aug. 20-21, 2026 | Online
    • Sept. 29-30, 2026 | Online
    • Nov. 10-11, 2026 | Online
    • Jan. 20-21, 2027 | Online
    • Mar. 2-3, 2027 | Online
    • April 13-14, 2027 | Online
    $490.00 | 6.0 hours
  • Project Leadership - Professional Development course tile
    Short Course

    Project Leadership

    Discover strategies for molding and motivating your project team.
    Next start dates:
    • Aug. 4-5, 2026 | Online
    • Sept. 15-16, 2026 | Online
    • Oct. 27-28, 2026 | Online
    • Dec. 15-16, 2026 | Online
    • Feb. 16-17, 2027 | Online
    • Mar. 30-31, 2027 | Online
    • May 11-12, 2027 | Online
    $490.00 | 6.0 hours
  • Project Management and Chaos Theory - Professional Development course tile
    Short Course

    Project Management and Chaos Theory

    Minimize and navigate risks in projects.
    Next start dates:
    • Sept. 17-18, 2026 | Online
    • Nov. 12-13, 2026 | Online
    • Feb. 18-19, 2027 | Online
    • April 29-30, 2027 | Online
    $490.00 | 6.0 hours
  • Project Management Foundations - Professional Development course tile
    Short Course

    Project Management Foundations

    Learn the basics of project management.
    Next start dates:
    • Aug. 11-12, 2026 | Online
    • Sept. 24-25, 2026 | Online
    • Nov. 3-4, 2026 | Online
    • Dec. 17-18, 2026 | Online
    • Jan. 12-13, 2027 | Online
    • Feb. 24-25, 2027 | Online
    • June 9-10, 2027 | Online
    $490.00 | 6.0 hours
  • Project Planning - Professional Development course tile
    Short Course

    Project Planning

    Build an effective project management plan.
    Next start dates:
    • July 14-16, 2026 | Online
    • Aug. 25-27, 2026 | Online
    • Oct. 7-9, 2026 | Online
    • Nov. 17-19, 2026 | Online
    • Jan. 26-28, 2027 | Online
    • Mar. 8-10, 2027 | Online
    • April 21-23, 2027 | Online
    $940.00 | 12.0 hours
  • Project Risk Management - Professional Development course tile
    Short Course

    Project Risk Management

    Manage project risk successfully.
    Next start dates:
    • July 28-29, 2026 | Online
    • Sept. 9-10, 2026 | Online
    • Oct. 20-21, 2026 | Online
    • Dec. 8-9, 2026 | Online
    • May 4-5, 2027 | Online
    $490.00 | 6.0 hours
  • Strategic and Mindful Communications - Professional Development course tile
    Short Course

    Strategic and Mindful Communications

    Achieve your professional objectives through strategic, mindful, and nimble communication that builds trust and fosters productive collaboration.
    Next start dates:
    • Aug. 26-27, 2026 | Online
    • Nov. 10-11, 2026 | Online
    • May 4-5, 2027 | Online
    $440.00 | 6.0 hours
  • Successfully Lead Enterprise-Wide Change Management - Professional Development course tile
    Short Course

    Successfully Lead Enterprise-Wide Change Management

    Manage large-scale change.
    Next start dates:
    • Oct. 6-8, 2026 | Online
    • Feb. 16-18, 2027 | Online
    • June 2-4, 2027 | Online
    $880.00 | 12.0 hours
  • Technical Writing - Professional Development course tile
    Short Course

    Technical Writing

    Produce powerful content and clear writing.
    Next start dates:
    • Aug. 13-14, 2026 | Online
    • Sept. 22-23, 2026 | Online
    • Nov. 3-4, 2026 | Online
    • Dec. 15-16, 2026 | Online
    • Feb. 2-3, 2027 | Online
    • Mar. 23-24, 2027 | Online
    • June 1-2, 2027 | Online
    $440.00 | 6.0 hours
  • The Kanban Method - Professional Development course tile
    Short Course

    The Kanban Method

    Understand and manage risk in the delivery of services using the kanban method. 
    Next start dates:
    • Oct. 7-8, 2026 | Online
    • Feb. 17-18, 2027 | Online
    • May 25-26, 2027 | Online
    $490.00 | 6.0 hours

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